This past week was one of the worst weeks the NFL has ever had. It seemed like every game had a major collision leaving players on the ground for long periods of time. Loud, leading with the head, helmet to helmet collisions were the norm in many games on Sunday. No hit was more serious than the hit Atlanta Falcons defensive back Dunta Robinson put on Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson.
Jackson was going for a ball over the middle of the field when he was laid out by a crushing, blindsiding blow to his head and shoulder area. Both players suffered concussions and left the game. Jackson, the more serious of the two, reportedly suffered memory loss later that night. He will likely be out for a few weeks.
This was a week in which two big name NFL quarterbacks made their returns from concussions. Jake Cutler started for the Bears while Aaron Rodgers and the Packers were handed an overtime loss by the Dolphins.
The NFL can't keep up this pace. Fans and ex-players are beginning to show their frustration. Hopefully the new rule system cuts down on the amount of head injuries we see every Sunday.
Football is a violent game where injury is common. Everyone understands that. Whether or not the serious injuries can be avoided is the major obstacle. The commissioner should also look into the new technology of helmets and mouthpieces to cut down on the amount of head injuries and concussions. The players need further protection, even if it is from themselves.
As of right now, we have a small step in the right direction. We will see how the game changes this week, if at all. What do you think are more precautions the NFL can take to further limit the amount of serious injuries?
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